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The Great Country Icon Toby Keith Was so Productive in Writing For His New Album

February 2nd, 2011

The legendary artist Toby Keith has a little more reason to look out the tour bus window on his way to his annual stop at the DTE Energy Music Theatre, thanks to a location of the country music icon’s I Love This Bar and Grill chain at Great Lakes Crossing in Auburn Hills.”I watch how they’re doing every month,” said Keith, 49. “We’re getting so many they’re hard to be as hands-on with as we were with the one in my hometown, Oklahoma City, but it’s great to watch them open up and build a local rapport and also become a destination for people who are shopping nearby.” The business is just one of Keith’s concerns, of course. Music is still his key focus, both as an artist and a label “boss” with his Show Dog Nashville imprint. And he positively hasn’t lost his passion for generating new material as he prepares for the Oct. 5 release of “Bullets in the Gun.”

Toby Keith and Trace Adkins perform 7:30 p.m. Aug. 29, at the DTE Energy Music Theatre, Sashabaw Road east of Interstate 75, Independence Township. They spent much time in the summer together on the American Ride Tour, this weekend, James Otto and Toby Keith will both check in with host Nan Kelley on GAC’s Top 20 Country Countdown. Their mutual concert run is not the only thing James and Toby have in common. They have both shown a strong support for the military, too. Toby makes an annual trip overseas to perform for troops on the frontlines, he put his feelings down in song with “American Soldier.”James is likewise representing his admiration for the folks in uniform with his newest single, “Soldiers & Jesus.” It’s from his latest album, Shake What God Gave Ya, set for release Sept. 14. The great Country icon Toby Keith was so productive in writing for his new album, the upcoming “Bullets in the Gun,” he in fact took two songs off the album that he felt were prospective singles. Keith, who produced the album, says the glut of material for “Bullets in the Gun” was due to “more time writing by myself,” together with several songs during time off over the Christmas holidays.

The rocking star Keith also brough co-writers such as Rivers Rutherford, Bobby Pinson, Scott Emerick and Eddie Raven on the road with him. “The co-writing thing keeps me from being lazy,” Keith notes. “When you’ve got a co-writer out here for two or-numerous arrests and charges were issued to New York state residents at a Toby Keith concert that took place at the Darien Lake Performing Arts Center on Friday, August 20, according to the Batavian. three days and he’s taking the time to fly out here and be with us, it makes you get up and work.” Just as he’s done the past four times he’s played the i wireless Center, Toby Keith whipped a crowd this time of about 8,000 into a frenzy on Thursday night. But the singer who went from cautious and anxious to cocky and defiant in his previous trips here was relaxed, just about to the point of leisurely, in the 2010 edition of his concert tour. Toby has a hit on his hands with “Trailerhood,” which is at present in the Top 10 on GAC’s Top 20 Country Countdown. It’s got a load of references to pink flamingos, poker games, beer and football on TV, but it’s a song that Toby pretty much stumbled upon. To be more specific, he tripped over his own tongue, he was smart enough to figure out his flub could be fab. The rocking Toby was riding motorcycles with a friend in Oklahoma when they came across a trailer park where Toby used to live, he made an offhand comment about turning around at the trailerhood. Get your Cheap Toby Keith Tickets

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Country Music And The Smoky Mountains

January 21st, 2011

Knowing that one of the world’s biggest country music stars grew up in eastern Tennessee, you probably thought that the Smoky Mountain region is the perfect place for your country music fan’s vacation. Turns out, you thought right! There are tons of ways to celebrate your love of twang in Appalachia, starting right at home with Miss Dolly Parton herself.

1. Stop by Dollywood. In Dolly’s amusement park, you can tour a replica of the cabin she grew up in, ride roller-coasters inspired by life in the Smokies, and have dinner at Dolly’s Dixie Stampede featuring live music, animals and pyrotechnics! Who knows, maybe a trip to this sacred ground for country music lovers will inspire your own country song.

2. Catch a show at one of the areas, awesome theaters and dinner shows. From the Blackwood Brother’s Breakfast and Show, where you can eat your biscuits and gravy while enjoying some local country, to the Comedy Barn Theater, where you can get comedy and country all in one, there are tons of options to choose from.

3. Combine your trip to the Smokies with a trip to Nashville, the home of country music! You can even purchase a tour package that will pick you up at the airport in Nashville and give you a proper country tour of the town before bringing you to Gatlinburg for the remainder of your vacation.

4. Listen to Ronnie Milsap’s “Smoky Mountain Rain”, Tennessee’s state song. The song written by two Nashville songwriters, Kye Fleming and Dennis Morgan, tells the story of a Tennessee couple meeting up in the Great Smoky Mountains. It talks about Knoxville and Gatlinburg and is sung by Milsap, a Tennessee legend.

5. Stop by the Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales Festival in Gatlinburg! Each summer, from early June through early August, you can check out the local music, storytellers, artisans and comfort food that rounds out this Tennessee tradition. And trust us, there’s no way to enjoy country music more than if you are eating some fried chicken while you listen!

6. Catch live country music and bluegrass almost every night of the week at the Smoky Mountain Jubilee and Country Tonight in Gatlinburg. Bring your family, grab some dinner, and dance with your sweetheart to real country music in its natural habitat!

7. While you are visiting Gatlinburg, plan your trip around the Smoky Mountain Banjo Academy! No, it’s not a school, it is a weekend festival featuring banjo instruction, concerts and jamming with some of the instrument’s greatest players. If you haven’t ever played before, no big deal! There are beginner-friendly classes all the way up to advanced players, covering all kinds of popular styles of banjo performance. Pay a single fee for the classes, meals and lodging, and don’t miss the big Saturday night concert!

No matter how deep your country music love goes, there is no better place to celebrate it than in Tennessee. Combine the great local tunes with the backdrop of the Smoky Mountains, and you have the perfect vacation— at least as far as we’re concerned!

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The Well Known Country Music Legend George Strait Has Scheduled an In-the-round

January 9th, 2011

The LAVA Music is going to present the hottest Music on the Mountain concert Sunday, featuring Strait Country, a tribute to the music of George Strait, from 1 to 5 p.m. The outdoor concert takes place in Summer haven on Mount Lemmon. Kevin Sterner pays tribute to the music of Strait, performing hits such as “Amarillo by Morning,” “All My Ex’s Live in Texas,” “Ocean Front Property,” “The Chair” and more. Joe Nichols can surely hold his own as a classic country singer, but he credits two renowned performers on influencing his singing style Merle Haggard and George Strait. King George is also a role model for the ‘Gimmie That Girl’ singer in terms of a career, as well. The ratings and investigation company keeps track of the number of times. Each song is played on radio stations across the United States also has just released their report on the leading artists and songs of the last decade based on radio airplay.

Of the top ten artists, eight are from the country format including the man with the most number one records in history, the legendary artist George Strait, who comes in third behind Tim McGraw and Toby Keith. The well known Country music legend George Strait has scheduled an in-the-round concert for Rupp Arena in Lexington for September 10. Strait will be joined by other country music stars Reba McEntire and Lee Ann Womack. The concert is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. The award-winning country singer, who spent earlier months canvassing the western half of the nation, begins the 11-city run with a Sept. 9 show in Columbus, OH, and is now slated to conclude with Oct. 22 stop in Fargo, ND. The full schedule is outlined at right. Strait continues to support his chart-topping 26th studio effort, “Twang,” which hit retailers last summer. Previously this month, the performer released “The Breath You Take,” the latest single from the album, which marks the 91st single of his career.

The well known ProRodeo Hall of Famer roper Roy Cooper, PRCA Chairman of the Board Keith Martin and country music celebrity George Strait are along with those who have been chosen for The American Cowboy Culture Award. The honorees were selected for their contributions to cowboy culture and Western heritage also will be honored in conjunction with the 22nd Annual National Cowboy Symposium & Celebration and National Championship Chuck Wagon Cook-Off, Sept. 9-12, at the Lubbock (Texas) Memorial Civic Center. country music celebrity Strait is also the first artist in the history of Billboard magazine to have at least one single enter the Top 10 of any given Billboard chart for 30 consecutive years, starting in 1981 when his debut single, “Unwound,” peaked at #6 on the Hot Country Singles chart. (All of his Top 10 singles have been on that chart.) He has sold over 68.5 million albums in the United States moreover his certifications from the RIAA include 13 multi-platinum, 33 platinum and 38 gold albums. Get your Cheap George Strait Tickets

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Toby Keith is One of The Most Famous And Well Liked Entertainers in Country Music

January 8th, 2011

It is really very difficult to argue with the statement that Toby Keith is one of the most famous and well liked entertainers in country music, approaching if not out-and-out ranking with superstar seat-fillers like George Strait and Garth Brooks. In the Last year, the legendary icon Keith was named Billboard’s No. 1 Country Artist of the Decade and No. 1 Country Songwriter of the Decade, also he came in at No. 3 on Billboard’s Top 200 Artists of the Decade, a list of performers from all genres. The great artist Toby Keith will perform at 7:15 p.m. Sunday at Cricket Wireless Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix. Country music star Toby Keith is making his way to Qwest Center Omaha for a show on Friday, September 17th.The concert, part of the summer-long American Ride Tour, will also feature special guest Trace Adkins. The rocking star Toby Keith will release a new album, Bullets in the Gun, on Oct. 5 on Show Dog-Universal.

The album’s lead single is “Trailerhood.” Keith’s next tour stop will be Thursday on July 22 in Boise, Idaho, with a string of West Coast tour dates later this month. In related and excited news, Keith will host his official fan club party in Tinley Park, Ill., on Sept. 18. Also Keith has been announced as guest host of WWE Raw on the USA Network on Oct. 25. The great Kenny Chesney and Toby Keith are among the top-earning musicians of the last 12 months, as per the financial publication, Forbes. The list ranked musicians earnings from June 2009 to June 2010, factoring in album sales, touring, publishing royalties and endorsement deals, along with other revenue streams. Here is something for country fans to look forward to Toby Keith and Reba McEntire are coming back to the racks this fall with new albums, along with Taylor Swift’s Speak Now and new projects from LeAnn Rimes, Darius Rucker and Sugarland.

The first big release in October will be Keith’s Bullets in a Gun on Oct. 5. He is already pulled the trigger on its first single and video, “Trailerhood.” Rimes’ Lady and Gentleman will be presented that same day. On July 30 Toby Keith , Trace Adkins , Gibson Amphitheater, Universal City, CA Does anyone cater to his spectators better than Toby Keith He opens his show cannon blasts and fireworks, sings in the bed of a pickup truck, he salutes the troops and performs songs that tell stories about drinking, girls and cowboys. With an audience that captive, Keith is no dummy he talks about his label and performs “I Love This Bar” though backdrops promote his chain of restaurants. The viewers walk in confident they know what they will be seeing and 90 minutes later they are probably talking about his show exceeds expectations. It’s expected but Keith is all about meeting the requirements of his fans. Get your Cheap Toby Keith Tickets

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The Hottest Rocking Country Music Singer /songwriter Brad Paisley Packs The House And His Show With

January 5th, 2011

The hottest rocking country music singer /songwriter Brad Paisley packs the house and his show with hits. The signs that the concert industry is in for another difficult summer were there for all to see Saturday during the rocking star’s show at the Susquehanna Bank Center. No, it wasn’t Paisley’s gate. Brad Paisley sent a horde of sun-and song-soaked fans home happy from Nashville’s LP Field Sunday night on 13th June, thousands of them humming his closing song, “Alcohol.” this was the last official performance of the 2010 CMA Music Festival which has started Thursday on June 10. Supporting to Paisley in his mission of musical mercy were Darius Rucker, Trace Adkins, Blake Shelton, Kellie Pickler and Justin Moore. Paul Harris chipped in with some between-acts comedy of the redneck stripe. The rocking star Brad Paisley Talks Country with UK’s Guardian Because next week he is doing two sold-out shows in London, he did this great interview with the Guardian. And by great, I mean long and interesting and full of things I didn’t know about him.

Like, that he loves The Office and he wants the UK show’s original creator and star Ricky Gervais to come to his London gig. Brad Paisley A different kind of cowboy. Brad Paisley is not your common Nashville country star. He is talking about how Obama made him proud to be American and why he dreams of cracking the British charts. Hollywood and Nashville are not the only two different worlds Brad Paisley inhabits at the same time. While the 37-year-old has become the dictionary definition of a modern, mainstream country and western star all high-gloss arena shows and perfect smiles from beneath his ever-present Stetson for each part of the stereotype he lives up to, there’s something else that sets him apart. On 21st June the American Saturday Night is released on Sony. On June 24 and 23 the Brad Paisley is playing the Shepherd’s Bush Empire in London.

Brad Paisley’s last single, “American Saturday Night,” was his 12th No. 1 song in a row. With his huge current H20 World Tour presented by Chevrolet themed around his new single, “Water,” his chart-topping streak seems destined to continue. Country music singer-songwriter Brad Paisley will return to the Rimroack Auto Area at MetraPark. On Sunday September 26th 2010 H20 tour will be making a stop in the Magic City. The Special guests on this tour include Darius Rucker and Justin Moore. This will be Paisley’s fifth visit to Billings. Paisley’s current single “Water” continues its way to number one, currently sitting number three on the Billboard country chart. Lately the H2O World Tour played to a sold-out show in Toledo of more than 50,000 fans for the three-show weekend. The fans of the rocking star are excited to see him live on the stage. Get your Cheap Brad Paisley Tickets

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